Producer - Spectrum News NECN

Charter Communications; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 87,800; Full time

Job summary

Charter Communications is seeking a creative Producer for Spectrum News NECN in Needham Heights, MA, responsible for leading local news coverage and collaborating on impactful stories. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of television news experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong social media and editing skills.

This role offers fast-paced challenges in a dynamic environment, requiring flexibility with schedules and travel. Join a team dedicated to engaging and informing the community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of television news experience.
• Ability to work different shifts.
• Open to travel for story discovery.

Responsibilities

• Lead local news coverage and determine important stories.
• Collaborate with colleagues to air news stories.
• Create and transform pitches into engaging newscasts.

Skills

Television news experience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Collaboration skills

Knowledge of social media platforms

Basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

General office computer software

Newsroom software

Non-linear editing systems

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Are you a creative storyteller? Do you love keeping your community informed? Apply to be a Producer at Spectrum News NECN.

Spectrum News NECN covers MA, NH, ME, VT, RI, and CT. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We're committed to providing viewers with 24‑hour news‑no matter how, when, and where they want it.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Producer, you'll serve as the heart of the newsroom. You'll lead the charge on driving local news coverage and determining the most important stories of the. You'll collaborate with your colleagues to tell the news that matter in your community and around the country, making decisions about what to air and when, and how to keep our audience informed.

WHAT OUR PRODUCERS ENJOY MOST

• Developing an in-depth understanding of local and breaking news
• Creating newscasts that attract and hold audiences' attentions
• Transforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers
• Collaborating with colleagues to determine what goes on air

As a part of Spectrum News NECN, you're creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community's stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast‑paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you're a nimble, passionate team player, you'll find a home on our team.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS NECN

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Television news - 2+ years
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)
• Skills: Go‑getter personality, and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non‑linear editing systems
• May be required to lift up to five pounds

Working Conditions

• Works primarily inside a climate‑controlled environment throughout the year but might be assigned field duties on occasion
• Semi‑noisy newsroom setting

The base pay for this position generally is between $55,000.00 and $87,800.00.

A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.